Practice Questions

Test your understanding with targeted questions related to the topic.

Question 1

Easy

What is the general formula for ketones?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about the structure of a carbonyl.

Question 2

Easy

Name the simplest ketone.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider a three-carbon structure.

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Interactive Quizzes

Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.

Question 1

What functional group is characteristic of ketones?

  • βˆ’OH
  • βˆ’COβˆ’
  • βˆ’CHO

πŸ’‘ Hint: Look for the group that distinguishes ketones.

Question 2

True or False: Ketones can easily be oxidized using Tollen's reagent.

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: Remember which tests are applicable to ketones.

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Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

Propose a synthesis route to create a secondary alcohol from a ketone, explaining the mechanism.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Remember how nucleophiles interact with carbonyls.

Question 2

Describe how you would differentiate between a ketone and an aldehyde using chemical tests.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about which tests are specific to each functional group.

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